Apr 29, 2024  
2016-17 Academic Catalog 
    
2016-17 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 

Cosmetology

  
  • COS-103 CCO

    COS-103 - Aesthetics Lab 1

    2 credits
    Students will learn the skills necessary for facials, manicures, and application of nail mend. Artificial nails and nail art are introduced. Occupational safety, including infection control requirements inherent in each procedure, is practiced. After meeting requirements, students will perform these skills in the STCC Cosmetology Client Lab under the supervision of a licensed instructor. Professional image, communication and computer skills are also incorporated.

    Prerequisite(s): DRG-092 ;

    Corequisite(s): BIO-119  

    Course previously known as: COSM-123
  
  • COS-110 CCO

    COS-110 - Cosmetology Skills 2

    2 credits
    This course is a continuation of COS-100 , theoretical concepts of hair color, chemical relaxing, hair pressing, artificial hair, and soft curl perms, which are studied with disinfection control and safety concepts integrated. Electricity and light therapy, portfolio preparation, and communication skills are integrated as part of this course.

    Prerequisite(s): BIO-119  COS-100  COS-101  COS-102  COS-103 ;

    Corequisite(s): ENT-101  

    Course previously known as: COSM-220
  
  • COS-111 CCO

    COS-111 - Cosmetology Skills Lab 2

    6 credits
    This course is a continuation of Cosmetology Skills Lab 1. Hair coloring procedures and skills, such as highlighting, dimensional re-touch/glaze, chemical relaxing, soft curl perms, advanced haircutting, and permanent techniques and procedures are studied in depth and practiced on mannequins. After meeting these requirements, students complete the competency requirements for each procedure in the STCC Client Lab. A portfolio of the student’s accomplishments is required. Professional image communication skills, computer skills, and safety and infection control are integrated.

    Prerequisite(s): BIO-119  COS-100  COS-101  COS-102  COS-103 ;

    Corequisite(s): ENT-101  

    Course previously known as: COSM-221
  
  • COS-112 CCO

    COS-112 - Aesthetics 2

    2 credits
    The student will learn the theoretical components of superfluous hair removal and makeup. Resume and portfolio preparation are incorporated. Infection control and the safety practices inherent in each component are studied. CD-ROM reinforces the recommended concepts and methodologies which students learn in the program. A computerized test environment is implemented as licensure is prepared for.

    Prerequisite(s): BIO-119  COS-100  COS-101  COS-102  COS-103 ;

    Corequisite(s): ENT-101  

    Course previously known as: COSM-222
  
  • COS-113 CCO

    COS-113 - Aesthetics Lab 2

    2 credits
    As a continuation of Aesthetics Lab 1, basic procedures for make up and superfluous hair removal are practiced. Manicures and facials are part of this course and must be practiced in the 51CC Client Lab in order to meet the competency requirement. Communication, professional image, infections control and the safety practices inherent in each procedure are performed by the student as part of each competency.

    Prerequisite(s): BIO-119  COS-100  COS-101  COS-102  COS-103 ;

    Corequisite(s): ENT-101  

    Course previously known as: COSM-223

Dental Assistant

  
  • DAS-100 CCO

    DAS-100 - Dental Assisting Techniques 1

    2 credits
    This course is primarily designed to educate the student in the prior identification, care and use of all types of dental equipment and instruments. As the student progresses, he/she will have a working knowledge of tray set-ups and instrument sequencing for each dental procedure to enable the student to utilize 4-handed chair- side assisting effectively. Aseptic techniques, including an understanding of the principles of microbiology, sterilization and infection control are emphasized in this introductory course. In addition, dental terminology and charting procedures will be discussed.

    Corequisite(s): DAS 100L  

    Course previously known as: DAST-100
  
  • DAS-100L - Lab: Dental Assisting Techniques 1

    1 credits
    This course is the laboratory component of DAS 100  .

  
  • DAS-101 CCO

    DAS-101 - Oral Anatomy

    2 credits
    Study of the anatomy, embryology and histology of oral structures with emphasis on deciduous and permanent dentitions including morphology, eruption, function and occlusions.

    Course previously known as: DAST-102
  
  • DAS-102 CCO

    DAS-102 - Dental Radiology 1

    2 credits
    This course is primarily designed to afford the student an opportunity to integrated the theoretical as well as the practical application of exposing, processing, mounting and interpreting full-mouth and bite-wing radiographs through the use of the bisecting and paralleling techniques. These goals are achieved through the utilization of simulated exercises and clinical practice which will aid the student in developing radiographic expertise. In addition, panoramic radiography will be discussed.

    Corequisite(s): DAS 102L  

    Course previously known as: DAST-103
  
  • DAS-102L - Lab: Dental Radiology 1

    1 credits
    This course is the laboratory component of DAS 102  .

  
  • DAS-103 CCO

    DAS-103 - Dental Sciences 1

    2 credits
    This course is primarily designed to educate the student in all phases diet, nutrition, and oral health. It is intended to familiarize the student with basic nutritional deficiencies and oral manifestations that the patient may experience as a result of his/her dietary habits. Also covered in the course are the principles of nutritional counseling. As the student progresses, he/she will have a working knowledge of the techniques of counseling patients according to their specific dietary and oral health needs.

    Course previously known as: DAST-105
  
  • DAS-104 CCO

    DAS-104 - Dental Material I

    2 credits
    The chemical, physical and manipulative properties of common materials are studied. Attempt is made to correlate the various materials used in dentistry to the principles and practices of major specialties in dentistry. The role of the dental auxiliary in the manipulation and application of these materials is stresses.

    Corequisite(s): DAS 104L  

    Course previously known as: DAST-106
  
  • DAS-104L - Lab: Dental Material I

    1 credits
    This course is the laboratory component of DAS 104  .

  
  • DAS-200 CCO

    DAS-200 - Dental Assisting Techniques 2

    2 credits
    A continuation of first semester, this course seeks to advance the skill and dexterity of the student in all techniques. There is a coordination of activities in an effort to combine efficient chairside performance with general dental assisting tasks. Additionally, this course is designed to enhance the student’s awareness of various employment opportunities that will be available upon graduation. To accomplish this goal, the student will pursue an in-depth study of the numerous dental specialties including periodontics, orthodontics, oral surgery, and endodontics, to name a few. With this knowledge, the student should be able to integrate effectively the theory of dental assisting with the practical application of all procedures. In order to educate the student as to his/her legal responsibilities to the dentist, the patient, and ultimately to the field of dental assisting, the student will also receive lectures on ethics and jurisprudence as they pertain to the practice of dentistry.

    Corequisite(s): DAS 200L  

    Course previously known as: DAST-200
  
  • DAS-200L - Lab: Dental Assisting Techniques 2

    1 credits
    This course is the laboratory component of DAS 200  .

  
  • DAS-201 CCO

    DAS-201 - Dental Sciences 2

    3 credits
    This course is designed to familiarize the student with the various tissue changes that may occur in the patient’s oral cavity as a result of pathological and/or systemic conditions. Also included will be a study of medical emergencies and their respective first-aid treatment procedures. Specific types of pharmacological agents that are utilized in the dental office in order to alleviate pain and fear or enhance anesthesia as well as those agents which are prescribed to the patient to control systemic disease will be discussed. The student will be required to enroll in and pass a Certified Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation course which will be offered in conjunction with this with this area of study.

    Course previously known as: DAST-201
  
  • DAS-202 CCO

    DAS-202 - Dental Records

    2 credits
    This course is primarily designed for the dental assistant. Included will be basic business procedures which are essential to the effective management and control of the dental office. Business skills are reviewed and developed for practical application in the office. In addition, procedures in filing, banking, billing, managing the appointment book, organizing a preventive recall system, insurance, tax forms, and all types of financial transactions which might be found in the dental practice will be explored.

    Course previously known as: DAST-202
  
  • DAS-203 CCO

    DAS-203 - Dental Radiology 2

    1 credits
    A continuation of the first semester, this laboratory course enables the student to further enhance his/her skills in the techniques of radiographs through the utilization of the bisecting and paralleling techniques. These goals are achieved through the use of simulated exercises within the dental office.

    Course previously known as: DAST-203
  
  • DAS-204 CCO

    DAS-204 - Clinical Affiliation

    5 credits
    Since the College does not have a dental school with which to affiliate, this portion of the student’s training is accomplished through the continued interest and cooperation of our area dental society. At this time, the student should be able to expand his/her dental assisting education and to improve his/her chairside skills under the direct supervision of dentists and auxiliary personnel.

    Course previously known as: DAST-204

Dental Hygiene

  
  • DHY-110 CCO

    DHY-110 - Clinical Practice 1

    2 credits
    Lectures and preclinical laboratory sessions are presented to introduce the etiology and prevention of dental disease, normal oral conditions and common deviations, theory and practice in specific clinical techniques in the practice of dental hygiene. Students must pass both laboratory and theoretical components of the course in order to continue in the program.

    Corequisite(s): DHY 110L  

    Course previously known as: DHYG-101
  
  • DHY-110L - Lab: Clinical Practice 1

    2 credits
    This course is the laboratory component of DHY 110  .

    Corequisite(s): DHY 110  

  
  • DHY-111 CCO

    DHY-111 - Oral Anatomy 1

    2 credits
    This course is designed to familiarize the dental hygiene student with the anatomical components and functions of the teeth and supporting structures. Soft tissue landmarks of the oral cavity, dental terminology, and occlusion will be studied.

    Course previously known as: DHYG-103
  
  • DHY-112 CCO

    DHY-112 - Dental Radiology

    2 credits
    This course will explore the basics dental radiology, including x-ray physics, characteristics of radiation, the dental x-ray machine, effects of radiation exposure, radiation protection, image receptors, processing, digital radiography, dental radiographic anatomy, and intraoral radiographic procedures. Students will learn intra and extraoral radiographic techniques in the laboratory.

    Corequisite(s): DHY 112L  

    Course previously known as: DHYG-104
  
  • DHY-112L - Lab: Dental Radiology

    1 credits
    This course is the laboratory component of DHY 112  .

  
  • DHY-120 CCO

    DHY-120 - Clinical Practice 2

    2 credits
    A continuation of Clinical Practice 1, this course will offer theoretical and clinical application of concepts related to dental hygiene care. Students will be introduced to the clinical phases of practice, assessment of the patient’s needs, the dental hygiene diagnosis, implementation of various dental hygiene procedures, and the process of evaluating outcomes of patient treatment. Care and treatment of medically compromised patients is introduced.

    Corequisite(s): DHY-120L

    Course previously known as: DHYG-202
  
  • DHY-120L - Lab: Clinical Practice 2

    3 credits
    This course is the laboratory component of DHY 120 .

    Corequisite(s): DHY-120.

  
  • DHY-121 CCO

    DHY-121 - Oral Anatomy 2

    2 credits
    A continuation of the first semester, this laboratory course enables the student to further enhance his/her skills in the techniques of radiographs through the utilization of the bisecting and paralleling techniques. These goals are achieved through the use of simulated exercises and clinical practice on patients which will aid the student in developing radiographic expertise within the dental office.

    Prerequisite(s): DHY-111  BIO-231  

    Course previously known as: DHYG-203
  
  • DHY-122 CCO

    DHY-122 - Nutrition and Oral Health

    2 credits
    This introductory course is designed to familiarize the dental hygiene student with the Emphasis will be placed on those nutrients which will have an overall effect on the oral cavity. Disease entities which may affect the healing response of the oral environment will be covered. Counseling techniques for diet modification will be introduced.

    Course previously known as: DHYG-200
  
  • DHY-123 CCO

    DHY-123 - Oral Pathology

    2 credits
    Introduction to the basic principles of disease pertaining to the head and oral structures will provide the background for recognition of such disease within the scope of the dental hygienist’s practice and responsibility.

    Course previously known as: DHYG-201
  
  • DHY-210 CCO

    DHY-210 - Clinical Practice 3

    2 credits
    A course designed to enhance the comprehension of dental hygiene services and to apply basic sciences to the practice of dental hygiene. The students will learn to expand upon their basic skills in areas such as radiographic interpretation, recognition and charting of periodontal diseases, advanced hand instrumentation, evidence-based research, and periodontal debridement. A continuation of the care of medically compromised patients such as those with bronchopulmonary disease, cancer, hepatitis, those who are developmentally disabled, and other special needs patients is included. Application of the theoretical concepts to clinical techniques will enable student to provide total patient care. Students must pass the clinical and theoretical components of the course in order to continue in the program.

    Prerequisite(s): DHY 120  

    Corequisite(s): DHY 210L  

    Course previously known as: DHYG-303
  
  • DHY-210L - Lab: Clinical Practice 3

    4 credits
    This course is the laboratory component of DHY 210  .

    Corequisite(s): DHY 210  

  
  • DHY-211 CCO

    DHY-211 - Dental Materials 1

    2 credits
    This course is designed to familiarize the dental hygiene student with the knowledge of the various dental materials placed in and around the oral environment. Focus will be placed on the composition, chemistry, clinical properties, mixing techniques, recontouring and finishing techniques, advantages, disadvantages and setting times of the more common materials utilized in the dental setting. The role of the dental auxiliary in the manipulation and application of these materials is stressed. Students must pass both the clinical and theoretical components of the course in order to continue in the program.

    Corequisite(s): DHY 211L  

    Course previously known as: DHYG-301
  
  • DHY-211L - Lab: Dental Materials 1

    1 credits
    This course is the laboratory component of DHY 211  .

  
  • DHY-212 CCO

    DHY-212 - Periodontology

    2 credits
    This course will explore the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal disease. Emphasis will be given to the microbiological progression of periodontal disease, host response, diagnostic methods, treatment philosophies, treatment modalities, and the role of the dental hygienist in the treatment and prevention of periodontal disease.

    Prerequisite(s): DHY-110  

    Course previously known as: DHYG-300
  
  • DHY-213 CCO

    DHY-213 - Pharmacology

    2 credits
    Study of a variety of drugs groups with special emphasis on the drugs particularly used in dentistry. Emphasis will be placed on the physical and chemical properties, modes of administration, therapeutic and adverse effects, and interaction of various drug groups.

    Prerequisite(s): BIO 114  

    Course previously known as: DHYG-302
  
  • DHY-220 CCO

    DHY-220 - Clinical Practice 4

    2 credits
    A course designed to provide students with the theoretical background needed to perform advanced clinical procedures, to function as a respected member of the oral health team in any dental practice setting, and to utilize higher level thinking to make decisions regarding patient care. Emphasis is placed on periodontal therapy for dental hygienists, ethics, and jurisprudence in dentistry, application for employment, appointment control and recall systems. Simulation exercises, role playing, reading and research in the field will enable the dental hygiene students to discover their personal ethics environment. Students must pass both clinical and theoretical components of the course in order to complete the Dental Hygiene curriculum.

    Prerequisite(s): DHY-210  

    Corequisite(s): DHY-220L

    Course previously known as: DHYG-401
  
  • DHY-220L - Lab: Clinical Practice 4

    4 credits
    This course is the laboratory component of DHY 220 .

    Corequisite(s): DHY-220.

  
  • DHY-221 CCO

    DHY-221 - Community Dental Health

    3 credits
    An introduction to dental public health with an emphasis on dental care delivery, demographics of dental health, dental epidemiology, biostatistics, oral health education, planning and implementation of community dental programs, and research in dental public health. Students will assess the oral health needs of a population, plan, implement, and evaluate a community field project at a local health or educational facility.

    Course previously known as: DHYG-400
  
  • DHY-222 CCO

    DHY-222 - Applied Dental Aux Skills

    1 credits
    This course is designed to provide the student with the requisite knowledge and practice necessary to meet MA certification requirements to perform local anesthesia techniques. The utilization of nitrous oxide for sedation will be addressed. In addition, students will be prepared to provide sealant treatments for caries control, tooth whitening procedures, diagnostic tests, and use intra-oral imaging tools. All procedures will be taught to clinical competence with the exception of nitrous oxide sedation.

    Corequisite(s): DHY 222L  

    Course previously known as: DHYG-402
  
  • DHY-222L - Lab: Applied Dental Aux Skills

    1 credits
    This course is the laboratory component of DHY 222  .


Diagnostic Medical Sonography

  
  • DMS-101 CCO

    DMS-101 - Sonographic Physics & Instrumentation 1

    2 credits
    Presents theoretical and practical aspects of ultrasound physics and instrumentation, including characteristics and properties of sound energy and the manner in which ultrasound is used in imaging. The physical principles examined will include wave forms, propagation, velocity, wave length, acoustic impedance, reflection, refraction, other types of interaction with tissue, and imaging systems. Considered as a pivotal course in which the student learns to integrate knowledge of physics with instrumentation theory and applications. Understanding the production and actual creation of high quality diagnostic images will be stressed.

    Prerequisite(s): DMS 201  

    Corequisite(s): DMS 101L  

    Course previously known as: DMDS-100
  
  • DMS-101L - Lab: Sonographic Physics & Instrument. 1

    1 credits
    This course is the laboratory component of DMS 101  .

  
  • DMS-102 CCO

    DMS-102 - Sonography Physics & Instrumentation 2

    2 credits
    A continuation of  , presenting theoretical and practical aspects of ultrasound physics and instrumentation, including advanced signal processing, complex instrumentation, recording devices, biologic effects, basic hemodynamics, basic doppler principles, and quality control methods.

    Prerequisite(s): DMS-101  

    Corequisite(s): DMS 102L  

    Course previously known as: DMDS-200
  
  • DMS-102L - Lab: Sonography Physics & Instrument. 2

    1 credits
    This course is the laboratory component of DMS 102  .

  
  • DMS-201 - Introduction to Sonographic Procedures

    2 credits
    An introduction to sonographic imaging in abdominal and ob/gyn specialties. Emphasis will be placed on developing a strategy of examination based on recognition of normal and pathologic states, data from other imaging modalities, laboratory findings, patient history, and other information as appropriate.

    Prerequisite(s): Acceptance in the DMS Program.

    Course previously known as: DMDS-202
  
  • DMS-201L - Lab: Introduction to Sonographic Procedures

    1 credits
    This is the laboratory component of DMS 201 .

    Corequisite(s): DMS 201  

  
  • DMS-202 CCO

    DMS-202 - Clinical Practicum 1

    2 credits
    A clinical practicum designed to orient the student to common procedures in sonography, and to overall operation, policies, and basic patient care in the medical setting.

    Prerequisite(s): MED-133  

    Corequisite(s): DMS-201  

    Course previously known as: DMDS-203
  
  • DMS-211 CCO

    DMS-211 - Ob/Gyn Sonographic Procedures 1

    3 credits
    A continuation of DMS-201 , Introduction to Sonographic Procedures. Emphasis will be placed on the development of a strategy of examination based on the recognition of normal and pathological states in obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound imaging. The contribution of data from laboratory testing, clinical history and other imaging modalities is explored.

    Prerequisite(s): DMS-201  

    Corequisite(s): DMS-212  

    Course previously known as: DMDS-300
  
  • DMS-212 CCO

    DMS-212 - Clinical Practicum 2

    3 credits
    Application of classroom and laboratory study to sonographic examination in the specialties of abdomen and ob/gyn.

    Prerequisite(s): DMS-202  

    Corequisite(s): DMS-211  

    Course previously known as: DMDS-301
  
  • DMS-213 CCO

    DMS-213 - Abdominal Sonographic Procedures 1

    3 credits
    A continuation of DMS-201 . Emphasis will be placed on the development of a strategy of examination based on the recognition of normal and pathological states in abdominal and small parts ultrasound imaging. The contribution of data from laboratory testing, clinical history, and other imaging modalities is explored. Guest lecturers from the local medical community and case presentations from the student’s clinical sites are valuable components of this class.

    Course previously known as: DMDS-310
  
  • DMS-221 CCO

    DMS-221 - Ob/Gyn Sonographic Procedures 2

    3 credits
    A continuation of DMS-211 . Emphasis will be placed on the development of a strategy of examination based on the recognition of normal and pathological states in obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound imaging. The contribution of data from laboratory testing, clinical history and other imaging modalities is explored. Guest lecturers from the local medical community and case presentations from the student’s clinical sites are valuable components of this class.

    Prerequisite(s): DMS-211  

    Course previously known as: DMDS-400
  
  • DMS-222 CCO

    DMS-222 - Clinical Practicum 3

    3 credits
    Application of classroom and laboratory study to examination in the specialties of abdomen and OB/GYN.

    Prerequisite(s): DMS-212  

    Corequisite(s): DMS-221  

    Course previously known as: DMDS-401
  
  • DMS-223 CCO

    DMS-223 - Abdominal Sonographic Procedures 2

    3 credits
    A continuation of DMS-213 . Emphasis will be placed on the development of a strategy of examination based on the recognition of normal and pathological states in abdominal and small parts ultrasound imaging. The contribution of data from laboratory testing, clinical history and other imaging modalities is explored.

    Prerequisite(s): DMS-213 ;

    Corequisite(s): DMS-221  

    Course previously known as: DMDS-405
  
  • DMS-231 CCO

    DMS-231 - Advanced Sonographic Procedures

    2 credits
    A comprehensive review of the specialties of abdomen, OB/GYN, and vascular sonography.

    Prerequisite(s): DMS-221  

    Corequisite(s): DMS-232  

    Course previously known as: DMDS-402
  
  • DMS-232 CCO

    DMS-232 - Clinical Practicum 4

    2 credits
    A comprehensive experience requiring application of all prior theoretical and practical knowledge/ skills to the clinical setting.

    Prerequisite(s): DMS-222 ;

    Corequisite(s): DMS-231  

    Course previously known as: DMDS-403
  
  • DMS-234 CCO

    DMS-234 - Clinical Practicum in Echocardiography 1

    2 credits
    Introductory Clinical Practicum designed to orient the student to common procedures in cardiac Sonography and to overall operation, policies and basic patient care in the medical setting. Instrument controls will be introduced.

    Prerequisite(s): DMS-102  

    Corequisite(s): DMDS-206  

    Course previously known as: DMDS-210
  
  • DMS-235 CCO

    DMS-235 - Clinical Practicum in Echocardiography 2

    3 credits
    This clinical is an integration of the classroom and laboratory study to cardiac sonographic examinations. Emphasis will be on the instrument controls to optimize quality as well performing linear, areas and circumference and other related measurements from sonographic images or data.

    Prerequisite(s): DMS-234 ;

    Corequisite(s): DMDS-315  

    Course previously known as: DMDS-320
  
  • DMS-236 CCO

    DMS-236 - Clinical Practicum in Echocardiography 3

    3 credits
    A continuation of the DMS-235 - Clinical Practicum in Echocardiography 2 . Emphasis of this clinical experience will be on performing cardiac sonography examinations and recognition of abnormal images.

    Prerequisite(s): DMS-235 ;

    Corequisite(s): DMDS-315  

    Course previously known as: DMDS-421
  
  • DMS-237 CCO

    DMS-237 - Clinical Practicum in Echocardiography 4

    2 credits
    A continuation of DMS 236  Clinical Practicum in Echocardiography 3. This clinical practicum is a comprehensive experience requiring the application of all prior theoretical and practical skills and knowledge in the clinical setting.

    Course previously known as: DMDS-430

Early Childhood

  
  • ECE-101 CCO

    ECE-101 - Introduction to Early Childhood

    3 credits
    This course will provide students with the opportunity to develop a realistic view of the teaching profession. It will foster an understanding of the major issues in early education. History and philosophy of contrasting early childhood education models; components of quality early learning; design of environments; child observation techniques; basic teaching skills; licensing regulations; and home/school/community relationships will be explored. Developmentally appropriate practice and the appreciation of diversity will be emphasized. 10 hours of observation in the field will be required.

    Prerequisite(s): DRG-091  or placement at a higher level on the reading placement test.

    Course previously known as: CHLD-100
  
  • ECE-104 CCO

    ECE-104 - Behavior Management Techniques in Early Childhood Education

    1 credits
    This course focuses on behavior management techniques that promote a positive learning environment for children in inclusive settings.  Students learn various principles and techniques that address essentials for working with young children, individual behavior needs, and classroom management.

  
  • ECE-110 CCO

    ECE-110 - Child/Growth and Development

    3 credits
    Examines the growth and development of young children from conception through early elementary school years in view of the contemporary theories and findings of Erikson, Piaget, and others. Contributions from pediatric, nutritional, social services, and other disciplines are included. A major focus will be intellectual worlds. Alternative styles of child rearing in different cultures are integrated into the course. This course meets Office for Children requirements for training under Category A.

    Prerequisite(s): DWT-099  and DRG-092  with a minimum grade of C-.

    Course previously known as: CHLD-110
  
  • ECE-120 CCO

    ECE-120 - Early Childhood Fieldwork 1

    1 credits
    Provides students with opportunity to develop skills in working with young children and to integrate theories of child development with direct experience in an early learning environment.

    Course previously known as: CHLD-120
  
  • ECE-121 CCO

    ECE-121 - Early Childhood Fieldwork 2

    2 credits
    Students spend six hours per week in the role of student classroom aide to provide direct experience with children in a group setting in which they have opportunities to plan and implement learning experience in the areas they are studying in the curriculum course.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG-101  ECE-101  ECE-110 

    Course previously known as: CHLD-220
  
  • ECE-140 CCO

    ECE-140 - Young Children With Special Needs

    3 credits
    Educating exceptional children in an inclusive setting will be the emphasis of Young Children with Special Needs. Developmentally delays, sensory impairments, physical disabilities, and learning and behavorial disorders will be examined. The planning and implementation of inclusive early childhood programs will be explored as well. The importance of early intervention will be stressed.

    Course previously known as: CHLD-160
  
  • ECE-150 - Curriculum for Early Childhood Education 1

    3 credits
    Curriculum for Early Childhood will provide students with integrated experiences in applied learning through lecture, discussion, and workshops. Creative expression, dramatics, mathematics, science, sensory motor play, and music and movement will all be explored. The teacher’s role in encouraging children to express their ideas through many media will be emphasized. 20 hours of fieldwork/ observation will be required.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG-101  ECE-101  ECE-110  

    Corequisite(s): ECE 150L  

    Course previously known as: CHLD-200
  
  • ECE-150L - Lab: Curriculum for Early Childhood Education 1

    1 credits
    This course is the laboratory component of ECE 150  .

    Corequisite(s): ECE 150  

  
  • ECE-155 - Creativity and the Arts in Early Childhood

    3 credits
    Creativity and the Arts will explore the visual arts, music and movement, as well as drama in the context of Early Childhood. The integration of the arts into the content areas will be emphasized. Through active involvement, students will come to appreciate their own creativity.

  
  • ECE-160 CCO

    ECE-160 - Dynamics of Childhood Behavior

    3 credits
    The students will examine the process of guiding young children. They will design and evaluate strategies for guidance. Focus will be on the effective interaction with children that results from informed behavioral decisions, an understanding of how children develop, and realistic expectations for self and children. Students will increase their objectivity and demonstrate proficiency in observing and interpreting children’s behavior through their fieldwork in coordination with coursework.

    Prerequisite(s): ECE-110 

    Course previously known as: CHLD-225
  
  • ECE-170 - Infant and Toddler Care

    3 credits
    This course provides students with an overview of group care for infants and toddlers. Emphasis will be placed on care and protection while examining safety, health, nutrition, and child abuse issues. The environment, daily routines, parental involvement, and staff selection and training will also be discussed.

    Course previously known as: CHLD-270
  
  • ECE-200 CCO

    ECE-200 - Early Literacy

    3 credits
    Early Literacy will focus on the emergence of literacy from birth through age eight. The interrelatedness of reading, writing, speaking and listening will be emphasized. Literacy acquisition will be viewed as an active and constructive process. Developmentally appropriate activities and learning materials will be explored, designed, and implemented. Children’s literature will be the core of this course, recognizing the importance of quality literature in the lives of young children and in the emergence of literacy.

    Prerequisite(s): ECE-110  ECE-150  ENG-102  

    Corequisite(s): ECE 200L  

    Course previously known as: CHLD-300
  
  • ECE-200L - Lab: Early Literacy

    1 credits
    This course is the laboratory component of ECE 200 .

  
  • ECE-210 CCO

    ECE-210 - Supervision Skills in Early Childhood

    3 credits
    The student will examine the special needs of supervisors and staff in programs for young children - the meeting of which enables them to support and facilitate the growth and development of young children and their families. Course content will be both descriptive and practical, will consider supervisor and supervisee roles and responsibilities, supervisory approaches, issues that affect staff morale and effectiveness, design of staff development and training, implementation tools, adult learning styles, effective communication and observation, holding conferences, and evaluating staff within the context of a clinical supervision approach. A major focus of the course will be the importance of the supervisor’s own ongoing professional development and willingness to learn. Students must be Lead Teacher DEEC qualified

    Course previously known as: CHLD-331
  
  • ECE-220 CCO

    ECE-220 - Early Childhood Practicum 1

    4 credits
    Provides students with opportunities to increase their skills in working with young children and to integrate theories of child development with developmentally appropriate practice in the classroom. Students work under the direction of an experienced teacher as they increasingly assume responsibilities for the management of the classroom and the organization and design of the curriculum. Integrated and sequenced series of learning experience for a child or for a group of children are planned, implemented, and evaluated by the students. In frequent conferences with their cooperating teachers and college supervisor, students continuously evaluate all aspects of their teaching.

    Prerequisite(s): ECE-110  ECE-150 

    Corequisite(s): ECE-200 

    Course previously known as: CHLD-335
  
  • ECE-221 CCO

    ECE-221 - Early Childhood Practicum 2

    6 credits
    Provides students with opportunities to increase their skills in working with young children and to integrate theories of child development with developmentally appropriate practice in the classroom. Students work under the direction of an experienced teacher as they increasingly assume responsibilities for the management of the classroom and the organization and design of the curriculum. Integrated and sequenced series of learning experience for a child or for a group of children are planned, implemented, and evaluated by the students. In frequent conferences with their cooperating teachers and college supervisor, students continuously evaluate all aspects of their teaching.

    Course previously known as: CHLD-400
  
  • ECE-270 CCO

    ECE-270 - Early Childhood Program Planning

    3 credits
    This course is intended to help students acquire the interpersonal and organizational skills required for leadership in the early childhood field. It includes program issues of health and safety, nutrition, social services, parent involvement, personnel policies, educational programming, assessment and evaluation, budgeting, professional development, and community resources, and focuses on a study of the practical aspects of program operation. It considers various early childhood education models and the respective implications for curriculum planning, together with an emphasis on the mainstreaming concept. A special focus is strategies for communication among adults: staff members, parents, and personnel from other agencies.

    Course previously known as: CHLD-425
  
  • ECE-280 CCO

    ECE-280 - Early Childhood Internship

    3-9 credits
    This Cooperative Education course allows students to receive academic credit for work experience directly related to their major field of study. Students who have completed at least 12 credits towards graduation or more and who have an overall QPA of 2.5 or higher are eligible to participate in the Cooperative Education Program. Approval for participation must be obtained from the Director of Cooperative Education/Career Services and Transfer Affairs and a faculty coordinator from the academic department that the student is enrolled. Please note that participation in this course depends on being placed in a job prior the end of each registration period.

  
  • ECE-281 - Early Childhood Co-Op 1

    3-9 credits
    This Cooperative Education course allows students to receive academic credit for work experience directly related to their major field of study. Students who have completed at least 12 credits towards graduation or more and who have an overall QPA of 2.5 or higher are eligible to participate in the Cooperative Education Program. Approval for participation must be obtained from the Director of Cooperative Education/Career Services and Transfer Affairs and a faculty coordinator from the academic department that the student is enrolled. Please note that participation in this course depends on being placed in a job prior the end of each registration period.

  
  • ECE-282 - Early Childhood Co-Op 2

    3-9 credits
    This Cooperative Education course allows students to receive academic credit for work experience directly related to their major field of study. Students who have completed at least 12 credits towards graduation or more and who have an overall QPA of 2.5 or higher are eligible to participate in the Cooperative Education Program. Approval for participation must be obtained from the Director of Cooperative Education/Career Services and Transfer Affairs and a faculty coordinator from the academic department that the student is enrolled. Please note that participation in this course depends on being placed in a job prior the end of each registration period.

  
  • ECE-283 - Early Childhood Co-Op 3

    3-9 credits
    This Cooperative Education course allows students to receive academic credit for work experience directly related to their major field of study. Students who have completed at least 12 credits towards graduation or more and who have an overall QPA of 2.5 or higher are eligible to participate in the Cooperative Education Program. Approval for participation must be obtained from the Director of Cooperative Education/Career Services and Transfer Affairs and a faculty coordinator from the academic department that the student is enrolled. Please note that participation in this course depends on being placed in a job prior the end of each registration period.

  
  • ECE-284 - Early Childhood Co-Op 4

    3-9 credits
    This Cooperative Education course allows students to receive academic credit for work experience directly related to their major field of study. Students who have completed at least 12 credits towards graduation or more and who have an overall QPA of 2.5 or higher are eligible to participate in the Cooperative Education Program. Approval for participation must be obtained from the Director of Cooperative Education/Career Services and Transfer Affairs and a faculty coordinator from the academic department that the student is enrolled. Please note that participation in this course depends on being placed in a job prior the end of each registration period.


Economics

  
  • ECN-101 CCO

    ECN-101 - Economics 1

    3 credits
    This course is primarily concerned with macro- economics and aims at developing an understanding of American economic institutions and the economic problems of inflation, unemployment and economic growth. Emphasis is given to the principle tool of economists, the market model of demand and supply. The effects of both fiscal and monetary policies on the major problems of the economy are thoroughly explored.

    Mass Transfer Block: Credits earned in this course are counted towards the MassTransfer Block Behavioral and Social Sciences requirements.

    Course previously known as: ECON-100
  
  • ECN-102 CCO

    ECN-102 - Economics 2

    3 credits
    This course is sequential to ECN-101 - Economics 1 and is primarily concerned with Microeconomics. Microeconomics deals with the subsystems of the economy such as the economics of the firm and the industry. The major emphasis is on a thorough analysis of supply and demand and of the four market structures. The theories and concepts are then applied to American major industries.

    Prerequisite(s): ECN-101  

    Mass Transfer Block: Credits earned in this course are counted towards the MassTransfer Block Behavioral and Social Sciences requirements.

    Course previously known as: ECON-200

Education

  
  • EDU-101 CCO

    EDU-101 - Foundations of Education

    3 credits
    The objective of this class is to provide students with an introduction to the social, political, and economic conditions of contemporary urban schools such as inclusion, ability grouping bilingual education, tracking, teaching education, and multi-cultural education. The future of urban education and alternative approaches will also be explored. Class assignments and participation in group discussions will facilitate critical thinking and develop an understanding of the American urban educational experience.

    Course previously known as: EDUC-320
  
  • EDU-102 CCO

    EDU-102 - Introduction to Special Needs

    3 credits
    Participants gain an understanding of a variety of handicapping conditions. Students also study the laws that ensure educational equity for students with special needs, and instructional and curricular modifications that teachers may be expected to make for students with special needs. Ten hours of documented fieldwork are required.

    Course previously known as: EDUC-319

English

  
  • DRG-091

    DRG-091 - Reading Level 1

    3 credits
    Reading 1 offers practice in active reading skills for improved comprehension and efficiency, as well as vocabulary development using a variety of materials from textbooks, literature, and periodicals. Students will be introduced to the STCC Library in this course. This is a developmental course. Credit for this course will not be counted toward fulfilling graduation requirements at STCC.

    Course previously known as: DRDG-091
  
  • DRG-092 CCO

    DRG-092 - Reading Level 2

    3 credits
    Reading 2 emphasizes critical reading, addressing general and specific comprehension skills for library research, reading textbooks, technical material and literature. Vocabulary development focuses on context and structural analysis. This is a developmental course. Credit for this course will not be counted toward fulfilling graduation requirements at STCC.

    Prerequisite(s): Placement at DRG-092 - Reading Level 2  or C- or higher in DRG-091 - Reading Level 1  .

    Course previously known as: DRDG-092
  
  • DRW-094 CCO

    DRW-094 - Integrated Reading and Writing 1

    4 credits
    Integrated Reading and Writing 1 combines the skills of reading with its complementary task of writing. In terms of reading the course addresses general and specific comprehension skills necessary to be successful in reading textbooks and other academic materials and in reading literature by promoting close reading and reading rigor standards. Vocabulary development focuses on broadening the student’s vocabulary knowledge and acquisition strategies. In terms of writing the course provides a review of basic English skills in grammar, sentence structure, paragraphing and essay development to prepare students for college-level writing. The course is intended for students whose college placement test scores indicate placement in Reading 1 and Review for College Writing. Since this course provides preparation for English Composition 1, department policy dictates a grade of “C-” or better for admission to English Composition 1. This is a four credit developmental course. Credit for this course will not be counted toward fulfilling graduation requirements at STCC, but will be equivalent to taking both Reading 1 and Review for College Writing.

  
  • DRW-095 CCO

    DRW-095 - Integrated Reading and Writing 2

    4 credits
    Integrated Reading and Writing 2 combines the skills of reading with its complementary task of writing.  In terms of critical reading the course addresses general and specific comprehension skills necessary to be successful in library research, reading textbooks, reading technical material, and reading literature by promoting close reading and reading rigor standards.  Vocabulary development focuses on content and structural analysis.  In terms of writing the course provides a review of basic English skills in grammar, sentence structure, paragraphing and essay development to prepare students for college-level writing.  The course is intended for students whose college placement test scores indicate placement in Reading II and Review for College Writing.  Since this course provides preparation for English Composition I, department policy requires a grade of “C-” or better for admission to English Composition I. This course is the equivalent of DWT-099 and DRG-092 and will fulfill both developmental course requirements. This is a four credit developmental course.  Credit for this course will not be counted toward fulfilling graduation requirements at STCC.

    Prerequisite(s):  Placement at DRG-092 - Reading Level 2  or C- or higher in DRG-091 - Reading Level 1  .

  
  • DWT-099 CCO

    DWT-099 - Review for College Writing

    3 credits
    This course provides a review of basic English skills in grammar, sentence structure, paragraphing, and essay development to prepare students for college-level writing. The course, intended for students who have had difficulty with written English, provides preparation for ENG-101. A grade of “C-” or better in DWT-099 is required for admission to ENG-101. This is a developmental course. Credit for this course will not be counted toward fulfilling graduation requirements at STCC.

    Course previously known as: DWRT-099
  
  • ENG-101 CCO

    ENG-101 - English Composition 1

    3 credits
    The objective of this course is to improve the student’s ability to communicate effectively in writing. Areas covered will include introduction of basic writing patterns, effective construction of paragraphs and essays, and preparation of the documented research paper.

    Prerequisite(s): DWT-099  (minimum grade of C-) or placement at college-level English.

    Mass Transfer Block: Credits earned in this course are counted towards the MassTransfer Block English Composition/Writing requirements.

    Course previously known as: ENGL-100
  
  • ENG-101H CCO

    ENG-101H - Honors English Composition 1

    3 credits
    This honors-level Composition I course involves the standard description for a section of ENG-101 . The objective of this course is to improve the student’s ability to communicate effectively in writing. Areas covered will include introduction of basic writing patterns, effective construction of paragraphs and essays, and preparation of the documented research paper. See list of objectives and competencies (available from instructor). In addition, students will be required to submit work that is representative of honors-level course work; to that end, more time will be dedicated to developing argumentation and research skills. Among the assignments required will be two documented research papers. All work for the course will be kept in a portfolio and at the end of the semester, students will be required to submit a portfolio review essay critiquing their progress.

    Prerequisite(s): DWT-099  (minimum grade A-) or placement at ENG-101H

    Mass Transfer Block: Credits earned in this course are counted towards the MassTransfer Block English Composition/Writing requirements.

    Course previously known as: ENGL-110
  
  • ENG-102 CCO

    ENG-102 - Composition 2: Intro to Literature

    3 credits
    This course involves the close reading and class discussion of fiction, poetry and plays, and writing essays about literature. Emphasis is on the role of individual literary works as expressions of universal human experience.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG-101  or ENG-101H  (minimum grade of D).

    Mass Transfer Block: Credits earned in this course are counted towards the MassTransfer Block English Composition/Writing requirements.

    Course previously known as: ENGL-200
  
  • ENG-102H CCO

    ENG-102H - Honors English Composition 2

    3 credits
    This honors-level Composition 2 course involves the standard description of Introduction to Literature: close reading and class discussion of fiction, poetry, plays, and essay assignments involving your writing about literature. In addition, reading and writing assignments will be appropriate to honors level. A research essay and a 20-minute presentation to the class are required.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG-101   (minimum grade A-) or ENG-101H  (minimum grade B)

    Mass Transfer Block: Credits earned in this course are counted towards the MassTransfer Block English Composition/Writing requirements.

    Course previously known as: ENGL-210
  
  • ENG-103 - Business English

    3 credits
    This course is designed to prepare business students to meet the requirements of writing all kinds of communications in the business world, emphasizing the construction of proper business letters, resumes, and memoranda. Students develop an understanding of correct style, form, and tone and gain an ability to write clear and concise business communications.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG-101  ( minimum grade D- ).

  
  • ENG-104 - Technical Report Writing

    3 credits
    Instruction has been organized to emphasize methods involved in the writing process. Special emphasis has been placed on the factors which report writers must consider & the processes they must follow in writing a report. Students will become acquainted with the techniques of analyzing a writing situation, methods of investigating the problem, organizing the report, and preparing the final copy.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG-101  ( minimum grade D ).

    Mass Transfer Block: Credits earned in this course are counted towards the MassTransfer Block Humanities and Fine Arts requirements.

    Course previously known as: ENGL-202
  
  • ENG-105 CCO

    ENG-105 - Fundamentals of Oral Communication

    3 credits
    Students will learn the techniques of effective oral communication, and will present researched speeches on a variety of organizational patterns. Being educated means having something to say; this course will help you say it.

    Mass Transfer Block: Credits earned in this course are counted towards the MassTransfer Block Humanities and Fine Arts requirements.

    Course previously known as: ENGL-203
  
  • ENG-106 CCO

    ENG-106 - Creative Writing: Playwriting

    3 credits
    The purpose of this class is to learn the craft of playwrighting through writing assignments, self-evaluation, peer-evaluation, and extensive class discussion. Working from a plot assignment, students will write short, three-page scripts that will explore relationships, situations, and emotions. Students will then hear their scripts read back to them in class, followed by class discussions, with room left for the playwright to ask his/her own questions. This class will develop writing skills, listening skills, observational skills, and relationship skills.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG-101  ENG-102  ( minimum grade D- ).

    Mass Transfer Block: Credits earned in this course are counted towards the MassTransfer Block Humanities and Fine Arts requirements.

    Course previously known as: ENGL-221
  
  • ENG-107 - Intro to Creative Writing: Fiction

    3 credits
    The emphasis of this course will be on the writing of fiction, although students will also have the opportunity to write poetry and drama using contemporary and traditional models for their work. During the semester, students will learn various strategies of characterization, plot development, use of dialogue and stream of consciousness, point of view and others. Assignments will include: a story in a sentence, writing a compelling scene, flash fiction, and writing the short story. Preparation of a port- folio is required of each student. Final projects will include a class reading of finished pieces and publication of literary magazine.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG-102  minimum grade of C-

    Mass Transfer Block: Credits earned in this course are counted towards the MassTransfer Block Humanities and Fine Arts requirements.

    Course previously known as: ENGL-421
  
  • ENG-108 - Introduction to Creative Writing: Poetry

    3 credits
    The emphasis in this course is on the writing of poetry, although students will also have the opportunity to write fiction and drama, using contemporary and traditional models for their work. During the semester, students will write poems in a variety of forms from free to formal verse including haiku, sonnets, villanelles, sestin ghazals, and pantoums. For each genre, students will practice appropriate strategies, including the use of imagery, metaphor, rhyme and rhythm, point-of-view, dialogue, characterizations, and plot development. Preparation of a portfolio is required of each student. Final projects will include a class reading of finished pieces and publication of a literary magazine.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 102  

    Mass Transfer Block: Credits earned in this course are counted towards the MassTransfer Block Humanities and Fine Arts requirement.

 

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